A
conference is planned for October 17 in Kinshasa on women’s real control
over their lives and respect for the rights of Congolese women. In particular,
the activity will stress solidarity with young homeless mothers, to encourage
them to take charge of their lives. Three hundred women are expected.
Women
of the Democratic Republic, particularly from the association « action femme pour le développement et la
santé » (Action of women for development and health), are thinking about
organizing a march to show their solidarity with women victims of HIV/AIDS
because of rapes during the war and with women accused of being witches. The
march will start at the office of the association, to the “Victoire” place
which is unavoidable crossroads.